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  • 85 - Success Stories in Hospitality: Terry Campbell's Innovative Approach to F&B Profitability
    2025/04/15

    In this episode of The Buffalo Sessions, we sit down with the multi-talented Terry Campbell, a key player in the food and beverage sector, specialising in optimising business performance.

    Terry dives deep into the intricacies of helping hospitality businesses improve profitability by refining logistics, supply chains, and product placement, all while enjoying the luxury of testing pies, curries, and more.

    Terry shares insightful anecdotes about saving hotel chains substantial sums on bacon purchases and reflects on the importance of aligning business relationships with core values. We also explore his venture into ethical coffee retailing with Kinder Collective and his commitment to community involvement.

    Whether you’re interested in growing a business sustainably or inspired by values led companies, this episode is packed with wisdom and feel good stories that will leave you smiling. Tune in and enjoy the conversation!


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    39 分
  • How Cultural Awareness Fuels Business Success in Dubai with Taqua Malik
    2025/03/08

    Welcome back to The Buffalo Sessions, where we dive deep into the journeys of entrepreneurs who are making waves in business and beyond.

    In this episode, I sit down with Taqua, the founder of Freedom Visery, to explore her incredible journey from Saudi Arabia to Dubai—how she fell in love with the city's energy and built a thriving business in the Middle East.

    We’ll be unpacking:
    ✅ The cultural nuances and business landscape of Dubai and the wider region
    ✅ Why cultural awareness is critical for success when doing business in the UAE
    ✅ How Freedom Advisory helps individuals and businesses bridge cultural gaps and thrive
    ✅ The power of genuine connections and community in the Middle East
    ✅ What’s next for Dubai and the exciting opportunities ahead

    If you’re looking to expand your business in the UAE or just fascinated by the dynamics of doing business in this part of the world, this one’s for you.

    Hit play, tune in, and let’s dive into the conversation with the brilliant Taqua!



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    32 分
  • 82 - Unlocking Franchise Success: How Anyone Can Leverage Manuals as Your Blueprint for Expansion
    2025/03/04

    In this episode titled Jamie is joined by Penny Hopkinson, an expert in creating operations manuals, who sheds light on the crucial role of structure and the power of organisation in business.

    Penny shares her journey in the franchise industry, her insights into intellectual property, and her commitment to transforming traditional operations manuals into dynamic, accessible tools for the digital age.

    Discover how Penny's book, "Manual Magic," serves as a pinnacle in her career, opening doors to new opportunities and cementing her status as a leader in her field.

    Whether you're just starting out or seeking to streamline operations, Jamie and Penny offer invaluable advice on creating lasting value and impactful relationships. Tune in for a session filled with wisdom and actionable insights.

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    30 分
  • 81 - From Connections to Clients: Dean Seddon’s LinkedIn Marketing Strategy
    2024/12/20

    Welcome back to The Buffalo Sessions! In today's episode, Jamie Stewart dives into the world of social selling on LinkedIn with special guest Dean Seddon, founder of the marketing agency Maverick.

    Dean, an expert in social selling and a wealth of experience, shares his structured approach to social media marketing, emphasising the importance of relationship-building over merely amassing content and connections.

    They also cover on practical tools and strategies, like color-coding your connection list and engaging through consistent touchpoints, to nurture leads without falling into the trap of instant gratification.

    We’ll explore Dean’s hands-on training sessions, the transformative power of in-person workshops, and the mistakes to avoid on LinkedIn.

    Plus, hear exciting case studies of entrepreneurs who struck gold using social media strategies. It’s a conversation rich with actionable insights, perfect for anyone looking to refine their online networking game.

    Connect with Dean here

    And on his website here

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    46 分
  • 80 - Strategic Networking: Why Listening is More Powerful Than Pitching
    2024/12/14

    In this episode I share some top tips to help you improve your networking results.


    1. Listen More Than Talk Focus on understanding others first, not just promoting yourself.

    2. Strategic Networking Importance Prioritise long-term relationships over immediate gains.

    3. Identify Key Connections List ten influential contacts for potential introductions.

    4. Be the Go-Giver Assist your network to encourage reciprocal actions.

    5. Referral Habit Building Develop consistent habits to give and receive referrals.

    6. Understand Referral Symptoms Identify the problems your ideal clients face.

    7. Effective LinkedIn Search Maximise LinkedIn to find potential connections.

    8. Regular Follow-Ups Consistently check in and maintain relationships.

    9. Make Introductions Easily Facilitate connections within your network frequently.

    10. Reciprocity Principle Helping others inspires them to assist you.

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    9 分
  • 79 - From Connections to Conversions: Ruth Ferreira’s Growth Formula
    2024/12/03

    In this episode, I sit down with Ruth Ferreira, an incredible coach and mastermind leader, to talk about how she’s built a business that thrives on the power of connection.

    Ruth shares her journey, the lessons she’s learned, and how networking has been a game-changer in growing her coaching and mastermind business.

    If you’re looking for practical insights and a fresh perspective on making meaningful connections, this is one not to miss.

    What You’ll Take Away from This Episode:

    • Why networking is the backbone of a successful coaching business.
    • How Ruth creates mastermind groups that drive value and build trust.
    • The challenges she’s faced and how she’s turned them into opportunities.
    • Ruth’s straight-talking advice for making the right connections that help your business grow.

    📈Why This Matters:
    Business is built on relationships, and Ruth’s story shows what happens when you prioritise connection. This episode is all about real-world insights that you can apply to your own journey.


    Connect with Ruth on LinkedIn here

    And find out more about here business here https://www.successcoaching.biz/

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    33 分
  • How speaking can make you money with Elliot Kay
    2024/11/26

    If you're interested in leveraging public speaking to grow your business Elliot Kay shares some key insights into growing your speaker experience and we talk about opportunities and networking for speakers.

    How can you leverage referrals to win more speaking opportunities.


    Connect with Elliot on LinkedIn here

    Email elliot@elliotkay.com

    Find out more about his business here https://www.speakerexpress.co.uk/


    Find out about our Dubai event here

    https://circlenetworks.co.uk

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    27 分
  • From the slums of Mumbai to selling diamonds in the UK - Raj Adgopul shares his story
    2024/10/20

    In this episode, we have the incredible Raj Adgopul, whose journey is a true testament to the spirit of ‘Being More Buffalo.’

    From growing up in the slums of Mumbai to building a thriving diamond trading business in the UK, Raj’s story is filled with challenges and perseverance. He shares the pivotal moments that shaped his success and the lessons he’s learned along the way.

    In this episode, we explore:

    • Turning obstacles into opportunities: How Raj’s early life in Mumbai shaped his mindset and hunger for success.
    • Lessons in resilience: Raj’s advice for entrepreneurs on staying focused, pushing through adversity, and taking calculated risks.
    • Buffalo moments: How Raj embraced the ‘run into the storm’ mindset throughout his journey, and how this philosophy continues to guide him today.

    Key quotes from the episode:

    • “Your start doesn’t define your finish. It’s the choices you make along the way.”
    • “The only way to conquer fear is to run toward it. That’s what being more buffalo is all about.”

    Resources & Links:

    • Connect with Raj Adgopul on LinkedIn



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    28 分